Compress Device Segmental Anchor Plug, 16 MM-For Correction of revision of unsuccessful osteotomy, arthrodesis, or previous joint replacement. Item Number: 178406

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lot Numbers/UDI 018050 (01)00880304259744(17)270807(10)018050; 018050R (01)00880304259744(17)270807(10)018050R; 056160 (01)00880304259744(17)270108(10)056160; 332030 (01)00880304259744(17)270702(10)332030; 332050 (01)00880304259744(17)270710(10)332050; 608510 (01)00880304259744(17)270924(10)608510; 608600 (01)00880304259744(17)271026(10)608600; 671730 (01)00880304259744(17)270831(10)671730; 752780 (01)00880304259744(17)270817(10)752780;
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Biomet, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
Anchor plugs potentially have metal burrs in the transverse holes of the device, preventing the drill or pins from passing through, may result in extension of surgery
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
ongoing

Product Information

Full Description:

Compress Device Segmental Anchor Plug, 16 MM-For Correction of revision of unsuccessful osteotomy, arthrodesis, or previous joint replacement. Item Number: 178406

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lot Numbers/UDI 018050 (01)00880304259744(17)270807(10)018050; 018050R (01)00880304259744(17)270807(10)018050R; 056160 (01)00880304259744(17)270108(10)056160; 332030 (01)00880304259744(17)270702(10)332030; 332050 (01)00880304259744(17)270710(10)332050; 608510 (01)00880304259744(17)270924(10)608510; 608600 (01)00880304259744(17)271026(10)608600; 671730 (01)00880304259744(17)270831(10)671730; 752780 (01)00880304259744(17)270817(10)752780;

Official Source

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FDA Recall Number: Z-0373-2024

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